Plungers are one of those iconic tools that symbolize the plumbing profession, yet it’s been quite a while since we’ve seen one in a contractor’s truck. I think because most homeowners already have a plunger sitting behind the toilet to address clogged toilets, plumbers feel the need to lead with a more professional drain cleaner tool like a closet auger when faced with a clogged toilet. Besides, they assume the homeowner already exhausted that option before giving up and calling a professional. If they couldn’t solve the problem with their plunger, what makes us think that we’d be more successful with one? Well, as it turns out, plenty. That’s because not all plungers are created equal!
The Problem with Traditional Plungers
Most older-style plungers have two design limitations that prevent them from being more successful in unclogging a clogged toilet. First, the end has the wrong shape and flexibility to make an effective seal in all types of toilets. There’s a tremendous amount of variation in the size, shape and placement of the drain opening found in today’s toilets, and older, cup-style plungers are simply not up to the challenge. If the plunger can’t make an effective seal, then it’s impossible to force enough liquid down the drain to unclog the pipe. Worse, you’re likely to get wet in the attempt.
Second, there is the simple fact that air compresses, but water doesn’t. If the cup or reservoir of your plunger is filled with air when you give it a vigorous push, it will not transfer enough energy to push the obstruction down the line. Plus, to make matters worse, if your plunger hasn’t formed a good seal with the drain opening, it can produce a “bubble splash” that, again, can get you wet.
New innovations to one of the industry’s oldest staples
Newer style cutting-edge plungers, like General’s VersaPlunge™, have built-in features that address both flaws found in traditional plungers. They will keep you dry and clean while doing an exceptional job at opening and unclogging the clogged toilet. The VersaPlunge is not your father’s plunger!
The first thing that you will notice about the VersaPlunge is that it has a patented VersaFlange™ that can mold most shapes and sizes. The VersaFlange’s unique flexibility gives it the ability to form a seal with virtually any shape toilet opening, drastically reducing the risk of splash back.
Plus, the VersaPlunge’s handle has a built-in valve that easily lets you purge the air from the device before thrusting. Since water doesn’t compress, that means that the blockage gets 100 percent of your efforts, with less chance of blow-back.
So, keep in mind that not all drain cleaner tools are created equal, and be sure to bring a cutting-edge VersaPlunge plunger along on your next service call. This new technology is much more effective at solving clogged toilet issues, and having one can save you time and money over the course of your day. You’ll soon agree with General and our numerous fans that VersaPlunge really is not your father’s plunger!
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